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Education chart - SIMPLE ZIGZAGS in WXY DOUBLE ZIGZAGI started to assemble own ibrary of ElliottWave patterns and rules. Here simple zigzags occured in: wave W and wave Y of WXY double zigzag Zigzag 1 - wave W Wave A - leading diagonal Wave B - double zigzag Wave C - ending expanding diagonal ending at the top line of the parrallel channel Zigzag 2 - wave Y Wave A - impulse Wave B - double zigzag Wave C - ending expanding diagonal ending at the middle of the parrallel channel ----------------------------------------- ## Rules for Simple ZigZag - Subdivide into three waves. - Wave A is always an impulse or leading diagonal (expanding or contracting) - Wave C is always an impulse or ending diagonal (expanding or contracting). - Wave B is any corrective pattern. - Wave B never moves beyond Wave A start - Wave B always ends in Wave A territory - Wave A and C cannot be both diagonals of the same type (contracting/contracting or expanding/expanding), other combinations are possible ## Norms - Waves A and C are frequently impulse waves but even more often they alternate between impulse and diagonal modes. Waves A and C may occasionally alternate between contracting and expanding diagonals - Waves A and C cannot be diagonals of the same type - Wave C must travel past Wave A's top. In Elliott Wave Theory, failure to do so is referred to as truncation - Wave C should not go below 90% of Wave A ## Guidelines - Wave C is typically equal to 0.618 (occasionally 1.618 or 2.618) of wave A - Wave B typically retraces 38-79% of Wave A - in case B is a triangle it retraces **38-50%** of Wave A - in case B is a running triangle, the retracement can be **10-40%** - in case B is zigzag, the expected retracement is **50-79%** - The parallel channel that connects Wave A's start and Wave B's finish may provide a hint of where Wave C might conclude by extrapolating the other line from Wave A's end - If waves A and C are both strong, wave C will reverse at the channel's top line - If wave C appears weaker than wave A, it may reverse at the channel's middle - If Wave C performs stronger than A, a double channel will be used as a target of the reversal point. ## Occurs in Wave 2 Wave 4 (unless happened in wave 2) Wave W, Y of WXY double zigzag Wave W or Y of a combination Wave B of ABC flat Waves 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 in contracting diagonal Wave B of ABC zigzag Wave X of WXY double zigzag
TVC:USOILEducation
by Fomenka
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Algorithmic Identification and Classification of Chart PatternsWelcome to the world of technical analysis, where chart patterns play a pivotal role in shaping trading strategies. This is an ultimate guide designed to help users objectively identify the existence of patterns, define the characteristics and classify them. In this discussion, we will mainly concentrate on the patterns formed by trend line pairs. This includes wedges, triangles and channel type patterns. 🎲 Basic Principle of Identifying the Pattern It is very important to apply definitely set of rules when identifying the patterns in order to avoid biases or fitting patterns to our opinions. The dangers of overfitting the patterns to our bias is documented in the idea To identify the patterns objectively, we need to set some ground rules or follow a well-defined technique to derive the patterns. Here is the technique we follow to identify chart patterns. 🎲 Only Indicator Required - Zigzag Tradingview has plenty of free community scripts for Zigzag indicator. For this demonstration, we are going to use our Multi Timeframe Recursive Zigzag implementation. Once the indicator is loaded on the chart, go to indicator settings and perform these modifications. Disable the Labels : The Labels contain information that is needed for this exercise. Set the Highlight level to 1 or 0 : We can iteratively increase the level and check next levels on the go. You can also adjust Zigzag Length and Depth Parameters. 🎲 Scanning and Identification of valid Pattern We can either use 5 pivots or 6 pivots for pattern identification. 5-Pivot based scanning will generate more patterns than 6-Pivot based scanning. 6 pivot patterns are geometrically more accurate however, there is no proof that 6-Pivot based patterns produce better trading outcome. 🎯 Step 1 - On each level of zigzag, mark the last 5 or 6 zigzag pivots. Since we are using Multi Timeframe Recursive Zigzag implementation, we can gradually increase the zigzag level from 0. This means that on every level, we can check if there are any patterns. On each level - consider only the last 5 or 6 pivots and mark them on the chart. Markings on Level 0 would look like this for 5 and 6 pivot scanning 🎯 Step 2: Draw Trend Lines As part of this step, draw two trend lines. The first trend line will join pivots 1 and 5 marked in the previous step. The second trend line will join pivots 2 and 4 marked in the previous step for 5 pivot scanning. For 6 pivot scanning, the trend line joining pivots 2 and 6 will be marked. 🎯 Step 3: Inspect the validity of trend lines A valid trend line is the one that confirm to below two points Touches all the alternate pivots. For example, the trend line drawn from pivot 1 to 5 should also make contact with the candle of pivot 3. In case of 6 pivot scanning, the trend drawn from pivot 2 to 6 should also make contact with the candle of pivot 4. All the candles from the starting pivot to ending pivot of the zigzag should be confined within the trend line pairs. Meaning, no candles should completely go above the upper trend line and no candle should completely go below the lower trend line. Please note that while verifying the above points, minor adjustments in the alignment of the trend line can be made. Start and end of the trend line does not need to be on the high/low points of the candle, it can also be placed in any of the wick positions. After adjusting the trend lines, in both type of scanning, we can see that the trend lines confirm to the above-mentioned rules. Hence, we have arrived with valid patterns in both types of scanning on the level 0 zigzag. 🎲 Classification of Patterns Once the patterns are identified, they need to be classified into different types. We need to apply predetermined rules to objectively classify patterns into what they are. Everyone can build their own rules. 🎯 Properties of Derived Trend Lines Before classifying the trend lines, we need to understand below properties of the derived trend lines. ▶ Direction of Individual Trend Lines Both the trend lines needs to be individually classified among these categories Rising - Trend Line is sharply rising up. Falling - Trend Line is sharply falling down. Flat - Trend Line is flat across the pivots. Bi-Directional - Trend Lines are moving in opposite directions Please note that, it is less probable for trend line to absolutely flat. Hence, allow angle to have certain degree of threshold to be considered as flat. For example, +- 10 degrees can be considered as flat. Also, the angle of the trend line can further subjective based on how compressed the chart is. It is recommended to use either log/auto-scale or a specific formula based on ATR to identify the angle. ▶ Characteristic of the Trend Line Pairs This parameter defines how both trend lines are aligned with respect to each other. Possible options are: Converging - Trend Lines are converging and when extended towards the right will intersect at a visible distance. Diverging - Trend Lines are diverging from each other and when extended towards the left will intersect at a visible distance. Parallel - Trend Lines are almost parallel to each other and may not intersect to either right or to left at a visible distance. To objectively identify the intersection distance, we further need to use some standard. Here are few options Fixed Number of Bars : If the trend lines do not intersect to either left or right within X bars (Lets say 100), they can be considered as parallel. Otherwise, they can be classified as converging or diverging based on which side the intersection happens. Relative to the Length of Pattern : If the length of longest trend line is X bars. The trend lines should converge within 1–2 times the X bars to be considered as converging or diverging. Or else, it can be termed as parallel channels. 🎯 Geometrical Shapes Classification Following are the main geometrical classifications based on the characteristics of the trend lines and the pair. Channels - Trend Lines are parallel to each other. And hence they both move in the same directions. Wedges - Trend Lines are either converging or diverging from each other. However, both trend lines move in the same direction. Both trend lines will be either up or down. Triangles - Trend Lines are either converging or diverging from each other. But, unlike wedges, upper and lower trend lines will have different direction. 🎲 Types of Patterns Once we identify the direction and characteristics of trend lines, we can go on and classify the pattern in following categories. Details below. Please note that examples are generated programmatically. 🎯 Rising Wedge (Contracting) Rules for Contracting Rising Wedge are as follows: Both Trend Lines are Rising Trend Lines are converging. 🎯 Rising Wedge (Expanding) Rules for the Expanding Rising Wedge are as follows: Both Trend Lines are rising Trend Lines are diverging. 🎯 Falling Wedge (Contracting) Rules for the Contracting Falling Wedge are as follows: Both Trend Lines are falling Trend Lines are contracting. 🎯 Falling Wedge (Expanding) Rules for the Expanding Falling Wedge are as follows: Both Trend Lines are falling Trend Lines are diverging. 🎯 Contracting/Converging Triangle Rules for the Contracting Triangle are as follows The upper trend line is falling The lower trend line is rising Naturally, the trend lines are converging. 🎯 Rising Triangle (Contracting) The rules for the Contracting Rising Triangle are as follows The upper trend line is flat The lower trend line is rising Naturally, the trend lines are converging towards each other 🎯 Falling Triangle (Contracting) The rules for the Contracting Falling Triangle are as follows The upper trend line is falling The lower trend line is flat Naturally, the trend lines are converging towards each other 🎯 Expanding/Diverging Triangle Rules for the Expanding Triangle are as follows The upper trend line is rising The lower trend line is falling Naturally, the trend lines are diverging from each other. 🎯 Rising Triangle (Expanding) The rules for the Expanding Rising Triangle are as follows The upper trend line is rising The lower trend line is flat Naturally, the trend lines are diverging from each other 🎯 Falling Triangle (Expanding) The rules for the Expanding Falling Triangle are as follows The upper trend line is flat The lower trend line is falling Naturally, the trend lines are diverging from each other 🎯 Rising/Uptrend Channel Rules for the Uptrend Channel are as follows Both trend lines are rising Trend lines are parallel to each other 🎯 Falling/Downtrend Channel Rules for the Downtrend Channel are as follows Both trend lines are falling Trend lines are parallel to each other 🎯 Ranging Channel Rules for the Ranging Channel are as follows: Both trend lines are flat Naturally, the trend lines are parallel to each other.
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Elliott Wave C/3 Entry Model ExampleIf you find this information inspiring/helpful, please consider a boost and follow! Any questions or comments, please leave a comment! Also, check out the links in my signature to get to know me better! Elliottwave and Elliotwave 3/C Entry Model. This is the minimum you should consider doing when laying out,"on paper", your favorite/profitable trade setups. Especially if it is new to you. More can be added as you see fit. I left most of my other confluences off TBH.
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📉📈 ZigZag IndicatorZigZag's primary goal is to focus on significant swings and trends by removing insignificant and misleading price changes. ZigZag connects the price's highest and lowest points using straight lines while ignoring minor swings. ZigZag just aims to make sense of the market's previous movements; it makes no attempt to predict the price of an item. It is only based on hindsight and is not predictive in any way. It is based on the past prices of securities and cannot forecast the next swing highs and swing lows. 🟢Advantages It eliminates market noise and displays the most significant price fluctuations. It operates in several timeframes. When utilized in cooperation with other technical indicators, it gives positive results. 🔴Disadvantages It will mark the latest high or low of the price with a time lag. The last stretch of the indicator (the one that involves the current price) may be redrawn. Not predictive in any way, has to be used in combination of other strategies to be effective. 👤 @AlgoBuddy 📅 Daily Ideas about market update, psychology & indicators ❤️ If you appreciate our work , Please like, comment and follow
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by QuantVue
XAUUSD - Elliott Wave Rules & Guidelines of Wave FormationThis publication will focus on some of the rules and guidelines of wave formation in Elliot Wave theory in relation to the correctional sequences of Wave 4 and zigzags. Whilst Elliott Wave rules are requirements and form the basis of counting waves, understanding the guidelines of wave formation is as crucial in identifying wave structure and the likely scenarios that could unfold. Guidelines are not the same as hard and fast rules that cannot be broken, they are not always observed. However, they have proven to be very reliable over time. Alternation guidelines within an impulse dictate that; Wave 4 has a tendency to differentiate both in depth and form, from the previous Wave 2 of the same degree. Often trending sideways for the final Wave 5 to breakout from impulsively. Whilst a more common formation for Wave 4, the simple sideways correction (flat structure) formed as a Wave 2 between from July 2016- August 2018. Keeping in mind the alternation guideline of wave formation highlighted above, the potential for Wave 4 to play out as the alternate, more complex sharp correction is highly probable. Having reached the current ATH in August 2020, the ensuing correctional Wave 4 played out an initial Wave A which had a sub-division of 5 waves. This further enhanced the likelihood of Wave 4 being a zigzag correction consisting of the following rules. Rules for Zigzag (5-3-5) • Zigzag is a corrective 3 waves structure (ABC) • Sub-division of Wave A and C is 5 waves • Wave B can be any corrective structure • Wave B of a zigzag never moves beyond the origin of Wave A. •Wave B of a zigzag always subdivides into a zigzag, flat, triangle, or combination of the three. Wave B failed to surpass the origin of Wave A and in doing so respecting the following rule; Wave B never moves beyond the origin of Wave A. This added further confluence to the correctional sequence being identified as a zigzag and we can assume that there is a higher probability that Wave C will end with going beyond the completion of Wave A according to the following guideline; Wave C of a zigzag will often end beyond the pivot of wave A. Although truncation cannot be ruled out entirely. Another guideline which is important to note here is of the guidelines for channeling. One particular guideline states that; Wave C in a zigzag will often end at the projected trendline of the parallel channel. The obstacle here being the trendline of the larger degree channel. For this reason, it is my personal opinion that the wave C will not meet the trendline of its parallel channel. Rather, ending at the trendline of the larger degree. In any case, both scenarios are possible as a further channel guideline accommodates the possibility of a throw-under; a possible throw-under could also occur with wave 4 falling below the trendline. This would allow for Wave C to end at the trendline of the larger degree channel. Although this would mean that the completion of Wave C will need to be much sharper and a significant throw-under which is less likely to occur. For this reason, I should think the guideline of Wave C ending beyond Wave A to be sufficient. The guidelines covered above aren’t exhaustive, those highlighted are for the purpose of this analysis. I hope you have found the above information educational. Please remember that Elliot Waves are most effective for the long term analysis of markets and one should not make any trading decisions based on this theory unless they fully understand it. If you found this helpful, I would most appreciate it if you would like the publication and leave a comment. You are most welcome to follow if you are interested in reading further publications/ideas of a similar nature. A breakdown of the lower degree wave counts will be published soon. Thank you for taking the time. BeyondEdge
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by BeyondEdge
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BTC- 4 TH WAVE CONSOLIDATION DETAILED STUDYEven though i tried my wave count to convince the BTC bulls, it is not possible for me to deviate from NW rules in time cycles. Wave 4 has to to take equal time as wave 3 taken, if you apply this rule ,we have more time left to finish wave 4, So far wave 'A' of wave 4 completed in 5 waves (wxyxz), therefore wave B will resume fastly ,DON'T assume it as 5 th wave Because after wave 'B', BTC bears will start selling to complete the final wave 'C' until 25th OCT,2021. Since wave A is 5 segmet(motive) waves,the retracement of B is limited to 61.8%(47895)(2nd AUG) Wave C must be of 5 wave down after wave B with a minimum target of 25300. Hence 5 th wave will resume from NOV,21
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by selvamB
💨𝙀𝙒 𝙋𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣: 𝙎𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙚 𝙕𝙞𝙜𝙯𝙖𝙜🌊●●● 𝙎𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙚 𝙕𝙞𝙜𝙯𝙖𝙜 (SZ or ZZ) ❗❗ 𝙍𝙪𝙡𝙚𝙨 ● A zigzag always subdivides into three waves. ● Wave A always subdivides into an impulse or leading diagonal . ● Wave C always subdivides into an impulse or ending diagonal . ● Wave B always subdivides into a zigzag, flat , triangle or combination thereof . ● Wave B never moves beyond the start of wave A . ● Wave B always ends within the price territory of wave A . ● Wave C almost always ends beyond the end of wave A . (failure to comply with this requirement is called «truncation» * * Guideline, but should be followed as a rule ❗ 𝙂𝙪𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨 ● Wave C should not fail to reach the end of wave A by more than 10% of the length of wave A . ● In a zigzag, the length of wave C is usually equal to that of wave A , although it is not uncommonly 1.618 or .618 times the length of wave A (rarely 2.618 ) ● Wave B typically retraces 38 to 79 percent of wave A . ● If wave B is a contracting triangle, it will typically retrace 38 to 50 percent of wave A . ● If wave B is a running contracting triangle , it will typically retrace between 10 and 40 percent of wave A . ● If wave B is a zigzag, it will typically retrace 50 to 79 percent of wave A . ● In a zigzag, if wave A is a leading diagonal , then we would not expect to see an ending diagonal for wave C . ● A line connecting the ends of waves A and C is often parallel to a line connecting the end of wave B and the start of wave A . (Forecasting guideline: Wave C often ends upon reaching a line drawn from the end of wave A that is parallel to a line connecting the start of wave A and the end of wave B .) Elliott Wave Principal 2005 and Q&A EWI.
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by TradeWaves-EWA
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how to apply fibonacci fans and auto FibFans studyFibonacci Speed and Resistance Fan is an analytical drawing tool used to indicate the support and resistance levels of an existing trend and the price level at which possible changes in the trend may occur. A Fibonacci Speed Resistance Fan consists of a trend line drawn between two extreme points - a trough and opposing peak or a peak and opposing trough - on which a set of sequential speed resistance lines are drawn above (which represents time) and below (which represents price). These lines are drawn based on time/price percentages of the distance between the beginning and the end of the trend line. Speed resistance lines not only help to measure trend corrections but also measure the speed of a trend (the rate at which a trendline ascends or descends) Traders can use the lines of the Fibonacci Speed and Resistance Fan to predict key points of resistance or support, at which they might expect price trends to reverse. Once a trader identifies patterns within a chart, they can use those patterns to predict future price movements and future levels of support and resistance. Traders use the predictions to time their trades Nobody appears to know whether Fibonacci tools work because markets exhibit some form of natural pattern or because many investors use Fibonacci ratios to predict price movements, making them a self-fulfilling prophecy. In any event, key support and resistance levels tend to occur frequently at the 61.8-percent level (0.618) on both uptrends and downtrends Fibonacci Speed and Resistance Fans vs. Gann Fans Gann fans are another form of technical analysis based on the idea that the market is geometric and cyclical in nature. A Gann fan consists of a series of trend lines called Gann angles. Instead of relying on Fibonacci's golden ratio of 1.618, Gann believed the 45-degree angle (geometric angles of time versus price) to be most important. The Gann fan subsequently draws additional angles at 82.5, 75, 71.25, 63.75, 26.25, 18.75, 15, and 7.5 degrees. These angles are superimposed over a price chart to show potential support and resistance levels Step By Step Applying Fibonacci Speed and Resistance Fan Some interpretation examples: Example of how to identify if the move is Reversal or Retracement All the above are now available with the Auto Fibonacci Speed and Resistance Fans Study ʙʏ DGT ☼☾, LINK to Auto Fibonacci Speed and Resistance Fans Study
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how to apply pitchfork and auto pitchfork studyPitchfork , is a technical indicator for a quick and easy way for traders to identify possible levels of support and resistance of an asset's price. It is presents and based on the idea that the market is geometric and cyclical in nature   * Developed by Alan Andrews, so sometimes called Andrews’ Pitchfork   * It is created by placing three points at the end of previous trends   * Schiff and Modified Pitchfork is a technical analysis tool derived from Andrews' Pitchfork In general, traders will purchase the asset when the price falls near the support of either the center trendline or the lowest trendline. Conversely, they'll sell the asset when it approaches the resistance of either the center line or the highest trendline. █  Usage Tips :   * Andrews' Pitchfork (Original) best fit in a Strong Trending Market   * Schiff and Modified Pitchfork better with Correcting or Sideways Market. Modified Pitchfork is almost identical to a Parallel Chanel Step By Step Applying Pitchfork Auto Pitchfork Study ʙʏ DGT ☼☾ Besides Auto Pitchfork Pivot, Support and Resistance plotting, study also includes Auto Fibonacci Retracement Levels and Zig Zag indicator Link to the Auto Pitchfork ʙʏ DGT ☼☾ :
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Elliott wave : Simple zigzag Bearish & Bullish market Hello , I am back with my new idea . "Elliott wave concept" you can see this is Zigzag in bullish market zigzag : ----------------------bullish market----------------------- --------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------bearish market------------------------- we see zigzag in corrective waves 2,4 & B wave A always makes 5 wave which is 1,2,3,4,5 or it can make Leading diagonal wave C always makes 5 wave which is 1,2,3,4,5 or it can make Ending diagonal wave B never ever move beyond wave A and it subdevided into 3 waves or we can see zigzag , flat , double zigzag , combination etc. wave C frequently always ends beyond starting point of wave 1 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ratio of Retracement Normally Retracement of wave B : 38.2% to 78.6% of wave A + if wave B is Triangle : it retraces 38.2% to 50% + If wave B is Zigzag : it retraces 50% to 78.6% of wave A + if wave B is running triangle wave b can be 10 to 40% of wave A Thanks for your valueable time
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